At the Young Leaders in the 21st event, hosted over the weekend by Assemblyman Brian Curran, Lynbrook High School students Nora Kane and Caiden Lung were honored for making a positive difference in the community.

Nora Kane has ascribed to the motto, “To Whom Much is Given, Much is Expected” her entire life. An academic standout, Kane is a National Merit Finalist and the Salutatorian of Lynbrook’s graduating class. She is also the winner of the 2024 New York State Science and Engineering Fair for Physics and Astronomy and will compete at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles this May. Nora is most likely to attend the California Institute of Technology, where she will pursue a degree in physics.

Lung is the Valedictorian of the 2024 graduating class. Lung is vice president of the National Honor Society, where he promotes leadership, service, character and scholarship. Lung co-founded a club for the Science Bowl, in which the team competes every year, and the hard work paid off as they boasted a better performance this year for Lynbrook. His academic and lacrosse career will continue at Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he will be majoring in Biomedical Engineering.

“Young people are powerful. Nora and Caiden are great examples of young leaders,” Curran said. #OwlProud

Date Added: 4/29/2024

The Waverly Park Elementary School community in the Lynbrook School District stood as one to promote empathy and acceptance in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month.

Coordinated by the school’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee and SEPTA parents, Waverly Park classes took time to step into the shoes of their peers who experience disabilities related to autism on April 19. Students participated in a variety of experiences that boosted their empathy and understanding of those who have sensory difficulties. For example, using a communication board used by fellow students with special needs, students shared what was on their mind without saying any words. They also experienced the difficulties of completing certain tasks, such as writing their names or picking up coins, while their vision and motor functions were impaired. Classes also held several discussions and watched a series of videos about disabilities. With students’ strong understanding of their peers’ point of view, Waverly Park remains an inclusive and welcoming school for all.

Date Added: 4/26/2024

Students and their loved ones had their cultural pride on full display for the Lynbrook Kindergarten Center’s Multicultural Festival, an annual tradition, on April 18.

Students, teachers and administrators gathered in the gymnasium for a variety of performances inspired by cultures of countries from around the globe. Students brought in items and flags related to their cultural background, which were assembled in a display that backdropped the show. Several performances were musical showcases, such as the traditional Kyrgyz song performed by Lynbrook High School student Danaia Omuralieva. Kindergarten classes prepared performances of their own, including a tarantella dance and the singing of “It’s a Small World.” Students also enjoyed an assortment of food brought in by Kindergarten Center families.

Date Added: 4/25/2024

Six elementary school students in the Lynbrook School District were named winners in the annual PTA Reflections competition. The students were honored during the April 16 board of education meeting.
West End Elementary School students Mickey Moylan and Avery Thienachariya, Marion Street Elementary School students Charlotte Horowitz and Amelia Silverman and Waverly Park Elementary School student Thomas Rutino were named Nassau Region finalists in the competition. In addition, Drexel Farr was named a New York State Merit Award winner. The district congratulates these talented young minds.

Date Added: 4/25/2024